With just six weeks to go until NHL training camps open, teams are running out of time to make any major moves. The NHL’s free agency period has been relatively quiet this summer, with teams opting to focus on re-signing their own players rather than making big splashes in the market.
However, that doesn’t mean teams are done making moves. There are still a few big names on the market, and teams could still make some significant changes to their rosters before the start of the season.
The biggest name still available is former Hart Trophy winner Taylor Hall. Hall is an unrestricted free agent and is reportedly looking for a long-term deal. He could be a great addition to any team looking for a top-line winger.
Another big name is former Vezina Trophy winner Sergei Bobrovsky. Bobrovsky is also an unrestricted free agent and is looking for a long-term deal. He could be a great addition to any team looking for a starting goaltender.
There are also a few restricted free agents that teams could target. These players are still under contract with their current teams, but teams can make offers to try and pry them away. Some of the bigger names include forwards Mikko Rantanen, Brayden Point, and Matthew Tkachuk.
Finally, there are still some teams that could look to make trades. With the salary cap staying flat for the next few years, teams may be looking to move some contracts in order to free up cap space. This could lead to some interesting trades before the start of the season.
In short, teams still have time to make moves before the start of the season. Whether it’s signing a big name free agent or making a trade, teams could still make some significant changes to their rosters before training camp opens in six weeks.
